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Singapore has collected $500,000 in unpaid fines from 265 foreign drivers over a three-day period, as part of a joint operation led by multiple government agencies. The checks were conducted at the Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints, which link Singapore with Malaysia's Johor state. The Traffic Police, alongside officers from the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority, Housing and Development Board, Land Transport Authority, National Environment Agency, and Urban Redevelopment Authority, carried out the operation.

The average fine per motorist was over S$2,400. The agencies emphasized the importance of foreign motorists adhering to Singapore's laws and regulations, and warned that those with outstanding fines may be denied entry. Starting from November 2, foreign-registered vehicles with outstanding fines will no longer be able to apply for or renew a Vehicle Entry Permit, which is required to enter Singapore.

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